What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Lichfield?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lichfield is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Lichfield?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lichfield is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lichfield station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Square Peg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Lichfield?

The distance between Reading and Lichfield is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Lichfield without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Lichfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Lichfield?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Reading to Lichfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lichfield bus from?

Reading to Lichfield bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lichfield train from?

Reading to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lichfield?

The best way to get from Reading to Lichfield is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Reading to Lichfield bus arrive?

Reading to Lichfield bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Lichfield train arrive?

Reading to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lichfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lichfield is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Reading to Lichfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Lichfield?

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Where can I stay near Lichfield?

There are 2645+ hotels available in Lichfield.

Reading to Lichfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Lichfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lichfield CityBromsgrove - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level / ...
2h 35m
£45–102
Drive 105.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Lichfield105.3 mi
2h 3m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from The Square Peg to Bus StationX3
4h 52m
£37–61

Reading to Lichfield by train

178Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Lichfield, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, and The Square Peg in around 4h 52m.

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